Richard Evans appointed GHD’s Executive General Manger for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)
GHD is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Richard Evans as Executive General Manager for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Richard brings over 30 years of international experience, having lived and worked in several countries including the UK, Ireland, Australia, Botswana and Malaysia. Originally from the UK, he joined GHD in 2003 and has had experience across a variety of technical and leadership roles, most recently Richard was GHD’s Regional General Manager for South Queensland, Australia leading over 800 people focussed on outstanding outcomes for our clients.
A geotechnical and dams engineer by technical background, Richard has worked on the delivery of a wide range of projects across most markets and is passionate about technical excellence and innovative solutions for our clients.
“Throughout his career Richard has demonstrated outstanding leadership, with a proven track record in leading sustainable business growth. He is an authentic and positive leader focused on strong client and stakeholder relationships, and a collaborative approach empowering and coaching others to build engaged and high-performing teams.” says Jim Giannopoulos, GHD’s CEO.
Having relocated ‘home’ to be based from the UK, Richard commented, “I am very much looking forward to working with the excellent team across the UK and Middle East, as we work with our clients to help improve their businesses. I am passionate about creating a deep sense of ‘team effort’, where everyone feels heard, included and can thrive. That is when we are at our best, and I look forward to leading a values-based work environment across the business, which will help us grow in our chosen markets and do incredible work for our clients.”
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GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD’s network of 12,000+ professionals is connected across 160 offices located on five continents.